Arequipa

Arequipa is the center of the third most densely inhabited metropolitan area of Peru. Its industrial activities include manufacturing of high quality wool products. Moreover, it was the capital city of Peru during 1835. The historic center of Arequipa spans an area of 332 hectares and is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Its historic legacy, along with its many scenic and cultural sites, makes the city an international and national destination. In Arequipa, tourism has been an energizing economy factor and id the third most visited city in the country after Cusco and Lima.